A Mom Memory
I meant to tell this in my "eulogy" at my mom's funeral service but it just slipped my mind. However I've been remembering it and I want to record it now.
I believe this happened before my parents sold their home and moved to the retirement community. It was probably at a time when Mom could still see to read.
"We get so many requests for money from so many good causes," she told me one day. I know that the elderly are often prey to such requests and will sacrifice of their necessary means to help in a cause that touches their hearts. I felt a little concern about what she would say next.
She went on to tell me, "This is what I do about it. I pray over the letter. I tell God that this is a worthy cause and I ask Him to bless in this ministry. Then I ask Him to lay this need on the heart of someone who has the financial ability to send them money. Then I throw the letter into the waste basket!"
My mom was very practical and had great insight in dealing with all those requests for help which were more than she could handle. I like her way of handling all those requests for money. I've used it myself from time to time.
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